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Steven D. Kushnick, MD

Steven D. Kushnick, MD, is a double board-certified surgeon specializing in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery (ENT) and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He has his own private practice in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, and has been serving the residents of New York City for more than 30 years.

Dr. Kushnick serves as the chairman of the Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery department at Brooklyn Hospital. Dr. Kushnick is dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of high-quality ear, nose, and throat care. He treats patients from infancy to adulthood, using the latest techniques to ensure the highest quality of care.

Dr. Kushnick graduated magna cum laude from Tulane University and received his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. He then completed his otolaryngology – head and neck surgery residency at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, where he was the chief resident. After his residency, he continued his training by completing an internationally recognized fellowship with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Beverly Hills, California, at the Lasky Clinic with Dr. Frank Kamer. He has received national awards for his medical research and has published in otolaryngology textbooks and medical journals. He has also lectured at national and international medical meetings.

To stay up to date with the latest developments in the field, Dr. Kushnick is board certified by both the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He has affiliations and teaching positions with several New York City hospitals, including the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary; Lenox Hill Hospital; Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital; Beth Israel Medical Center; and The Brooklyn Hospital Center. He's also affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Patients remember Dr. Kushnick for his easy-going, caring demeanor and the individual attention he dedicates to each patient. He strives to make patients feel comfortable with their respective treatment plans and takes the time to explain their options. Dr. Kushnick routinely treats patients for chronic sinusitis, post-nasal drip, sleep apnea, tinnitus, and hearing and balance disorders. Whether patients visit him for a routine check-up or a complicated procedure, Dr. Kushnick spends the necessary time educating and informing his patients.

Dr. Steven Kushnick was born and raised in New York. He supports many local, national, and international charities. In his leisure time, he enjoys traveling and is passionate about photography, skiing, and golf.

Norman J. Chan, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist. Dr. Chan treats patients of all ages at his office in Chinatown, New York. Dr. Chan is also a fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon.

Dr. Chan believes strongly in providing evidence-based medical care and specializes in a wide range of ear, nose, and throat problems. He offers nonsurgical and surgical therapies as needed by his patients and is also able to provide minimally invasive treatments like balloon sinuplasty in-house at the clinic in Chinatown.

Dr. Chan is affiliated with the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, New York and is a long-time member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) in Alexandria, Virginia. He is also a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), Alexandria, Virginia; the American College of Surgeons (ACS), Chicago; and the Chinese American Medical Society (CAMS), New York.

Dr. Chan offers his services in English and Chinese for the convenience of all his patients. Despite his many years of experience, he also continues to further his education and is the author of many peer-reviewed journal articles that have been published throughout his career.

About Downtown ENT

Dr. B. Thuy Le is an Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) specialist located in SoHo, New York at Downtown ENT.  She is currently accepting new patients and is in-network with most  insurance plans.  Downtown ENT is open select evenings and weekends to further meet your needs and busy schedules.  

At Downtown ENT, you will always be seen and treated by Dr. Le personally, who is board-certified and highly experienced.  The office is staffed on site, so when you arrive in the office, call us or email us, Dr. Le's staff is assisting you directly to coordinate your best care.  Dr. Le is committed to providing individualized care to each patient within their needs and environment.

Please call (212) 518-1785 for assistance or click to book an office visit. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Dr. Nilesh Patel is a true New Yorker having grown up and received all his education from elementary school through otolaryngology residency in New York City.

He attended the prestigious Sophie Davis School of Medicine accelerated seven year BS/MD program and graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 1995. After completing a general surgery internship at the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn in 1996, he remained there to complete specialty training in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery residency in 2000.

Dr. Patel is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology. He is also a clinical assistant professor of otolaryngology at the New York University School of Medicine and at the New York Medical College. He has authored publications in otolaryngology journals and textbooks. He has also presented at various otolaryngology meetings. Currently, he enjoys private practice in New York City.

Awards & Positions:

Secretary of the Medical Board at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

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Medical Aesthetics at Norman J. Pastorek, MD, PC, FACS is dedicated to providing exceptional, natural results with a patient-centered approach to aesthetics. We believe outcomes are maximized with a holistic model of medicine; our comprehensive, personalized care includes state-of-the-art aesthetic treatments, nutrition and stress-management coaching; and a beautiful, soothing environment. Our team of skilled professionals is committed to ensuring your satisfaction and comfort throughout every step of your aesthetic journey.

Our office represents our values as aesthetic practitioners; it is a calming, luxurious atmosphere that reflects the sophistication and artistry of our work. We care deeply about the client experience and pride ourselves on the quality and attentiveness of our care.

We believe that cosmetic enhancement requires a skilled, artful, and intuitive touch paired with a full-spectrum approach to health and wellness. To further enhance our clients' experience, we routinely use techniques for promoting relaxation including stress-reducing music, acupressure, and homeopathic remedies. We also consult patients on diet, lifestyle, and stress management to customize our treatment plans and optimize results. We treat our clients like they are our own family members, with kindness, care, and attention.

Our practice is centered around offering beautiful and natural results, compassionate care, and minimal downtime. Our technologies are cutting-edge and tailored to our individual client needs based on our comprehensive consultation. Because our clients desire discretion, we have developed protocols and aftercare regimens that promote reduced downtime after procedures, so they can quickly return to their busy lives feeling and looking great.

Over the past 15 years, Dr. Vandana Kumra has focused on delivering patient-centric care.  Dr. Kumra is a board certified otolaryngologist /head & neck surgeon specializing in the evaluation and treatment of adult and pediatric patients, and has made the focus on the individual the hallmark of her practice. In an era of hyper-specialization in medicine, Dr. Kumra is a rare ENT physician who has focused on providing comprehensive care of the ear, nose and throat, head and neck. She and her dedicated staff take ownership of the patient’s complete care, coordinating care as needed with primary care doctors and other specialists. The goal of ENT New York is to develop long-term provider-patient relationships which enhance the quality, safety and satisfaction of the care provided.

A graduate of The Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Kumra received her doctorate from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Residency training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery followed at SUNY-Downstate. After board certification, fellowship was attained in The American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Kumra has been in private practice in Manhattan since 1998. Providing compassionate and comprehensive care has been the goal of her work. Care of all aspects of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck - with special attention to cutting-edge therapies and new approaches while ensuring excellence in the tested established treatments – is the principle upon which ENT New York is based.

In addition to her private practice, Dr. Kumra has a teaching appointment at the New York University Medical Center. She teaches residents, participates in courses and lectures, and holds memberships in national and local medical societies. She is a life member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Kumra is a New York native. She lives in Manhattan with her husband and two children.

Our Specialty-trained Nurse Practitioner Janice Chen brings excellence and compassion every day to our patients. She is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of both the Master & Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programs at Long Island University. Her experience At New York Presbyterian Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit has enabled her to manage emergency situations and assist in all aspects of head and neck care. Among her many accomplishments, she has also volunteered at the Young Adult Institute for People with Disabilities. Janice brings a heightened level of care and attention to our patients in need. 

Nurse Practitioner Queena Hoang brings personalized attention and thoughtful care to our patients on a daily basis. An Honors graduate of the Masters of Science Nursing Program at Long Island University, she excels in all matters head and neck. Her experience at the New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center has helped establish success in managing emergencies and other acute situations. Queena champions patient education in addition to a careful consideration of all factors when planning treatment and coordination of care.

Dr. Manoj Kantu is a board-certified otolaryngologist trained in all aspects of adult and pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders. His expertise and specialization include obstructive sleep apnea, chronic sinusitis, allergic rhinitis & reactive airways disease, head & neck disorders, hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, nasal obstruction and nasofacial deformity. 

Dr. Manoj Kantu gained acceptance out of high school into Brown University's top-ranked Combined Undergraduate-Medical Education Program known as the PLME. While on this accelerated track, he was inducted into the esteemed medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha. He went on to graduate near the top of his class with Honors before advancing into and serving as chief resident in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery Residency Program at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Brooklyn. 

Dr. Manoj Kantu authored several textbook chapters as well as various manuscripts and publications in the field of otolaryngology/head & neck surgery. He has presented at multiple national meetings as well as local ENT chapters. He has gone to teach surgical residents, medical students, and physician assistants in both hospital and office settings.

Dr. Kantu is an active member of multiple Academies including the American Academy of Otolaryngology, the American Academy of Otolaryngologic Allergy, The American Academy of Sleep Medicine, The American Rhinologic Society, and the Kings County Medical Society. He was recently inducted into the prestigious American College of Surgeons, becoming recognized as a Fellow of this elite national organization.

Since 1973, Dr. Kanhaiyalal Kantu has established a legacy reputation for his comprehensive approach to ear, nose, and throat care. After completing a clinical otolaryngology fellowship in 1971, Dr. K. Kantu started what is now a fully integrated office practice involving his son Manoj Kantu as well as Nurse Practitioners Janice Chen & Queena Hoang.

Dr. K. Kantu carries the dual distinction of being a fellow of both the American Board of Otolaryngology as well as the American College of Surgeons. He actively serves on both the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American College of Surgeons. He is an active member of several hospitals including New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Victory Memorial Hospital, and Long Island College Hospital. He has contributed several journal publications in his specialty.

Our Specialty-trained Nurse Practitioner Janice Chen brings excellence and compassion every day to our patients. She is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of both the Master & Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programs at Long Island University. Her experience At New York Presbyterian Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit has enabled her to manage emergency situations and assist in all aspects of head and neck care. Among her many accomplishments, she has also volunteered at the Young Adult Institute for People with Disabilities. Janice brings a heightened level of care and attention to our patients in need. 

Nurse Practitioner Queena Hoang brings personalized attention and thoughtful care to our patients on a daily basis. An Honors graduate of the Masters of Science Nursing Program at Long Island University, she excels in all matters head and neck. Her experience at the New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center has helped establish success in managing emergencies and other acute situations. Queena champions patient education in addition to a careful consideration of all factors when planning treatment and coordination of care.

Dr. Manoj Kantu is a board-certified otolaryngologist trained in all aspects of adult and pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders. His expertise and specialization include obstructive sleep apnea, chronic sinusitis, allergic rhinitis & reactive airways disease, head & neck disorders, hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, nasal obstruction and nasofacial deformity. 

Dr. Manoj Kantu gained acceptance out of high school into Brown University's top-ranked Combined Undergraduate-Medical Education Program known as the PLME. While on this accelerated track, he was inducted into the esteemed medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha. He went on to graduate near the top of his class with Honors before advancing into and serving as chief resident in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery Residency Program at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Brooklyn. 

Dr. Manoj Kantu authored several textbook chapters as well as various manuscripts and publications in the field of otolaryngology/head & neck surgery. He has presented at multiple national meetings as well as local ENT chapters. He has gone to teach surgical residents, medical students, and physician assistants in both hospital and office settings.

Dr. Kantu is an active member of multiple Academies including the American Academy of Otolaryngology, the American Academy of Otolaryngologic Allergy, The American Academy of Sleep Medicine, The American Rhinologic Society, and the Kings County Medical Society. He was recently inducted into the prestigious American College of Surgeons, becoming recognized as a Fellow of this elite national organization.

Since 1973, Dr. Kanhaiyalal Kantu has established a legacy reputation for his comprehensive approach to ear, nose, and throat care. After completing a clinical otolaryngology fellowship in 1971, Dr. K. Kantu started what is now a fully integrated office practice involving his son Manoj Kantu as well as Nurse Practitioners Janice Chen & Queena Hoang.

Dr. K. Kantu carries the dual distinction of being a fellow of both the American Board of Otolaryngology as well as the American College of Surgeons. He actively serves on both the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American College of Surgeons. He is an active member of several hospitals including New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Victory Memorial Hospital, and Long Island College Hospital. He has contributed several journal publications in his specialty.

North Shore ENT is a private, solo practice of Alexander Sorin, MD, FACS, who is a leading provider of advanced and secondary ear, nose, and throat care. Dr. Sorin is board-certified and fellowship-trained in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He is an attending physician and staff member in the division of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset and Long Island Jewish Hospital and NYU-Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola. Located in New Hyde Park, New York, the office is centrally located and fully equipped to facilitate both comprehensive and minimally invasive in-office treatment options. As a solo provider, each patient seen at North Shore ENT is personally seen and treated hands-on by Dr. Sorin, from the initial visit until full completion of care.

Dr. Sorin provides comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He is trained in the most advanced techniques and provides a number of innovative procedures, including in-office balloon sinuplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, and advanced ear surgery. Many of Dr. Sorin’s patients are referred from other local Otolaryngologist for second opinions and surgical management of more advanced or revision ear, nose, and throat procedures. 

Patients with common conditions like chronic sinusitis, nasal congestion, ear infections, hearing loss, dizziness, throat disorders, and allergies can access high-quality care in a professional, welcoming environment. North Shore ENT is one of the few solo practices that remain in the area, providing a more traditional, patient-centered approach to health care. 

As a fellowship-trained ear, nose, and throat specialist, Dr. Sorin takes a comprehensive approach to patient care, using alternative and conventional methods to address illnesses, disorders, and abnormalities of the head and neck. Whether you’re looking for a diagnosis, second opinion, or complete management of your symptoms, North Shore ENT is equipped with the experience and technology to address your needs. 

To learn how North Shore ENT can help improve your health, call the office or book your appointment online today.

Jeff Kopelman, MD, FACS is a Board Certified physician and surgeon who specializes in health conditions that affect the ears, nose, and throat. Dr. Kopelman serves residents who live in and around the metropolitan New York area and many of the surrounding communities from his office located in Rockville Centre, NY. He sees patients of all ages and is capable of performing a wide variety of procedures, including balloon and endoscopic sinus surgeries for sinus infections. At his office, he offers facial rejuvenation and treatment for hearing problems, nosebleeds, ENT infections, allergies, and sleep apnea.

Dr. Kopelman received his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Yeshiva University. He completed two residencies, the first at Montefiore Medical Center and the second at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. His internships include one for General Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center and one for Ear, Nose, and Throat at Lennox Hill Hospital. The doctor goes to great lengths to provide his patients with the highest quality of care possible and has frequent visits from his out-of-state patients. He has at his disposal the tools, techniques, and experience to provide the most technologically advanced treatment options available.

Raj Bhayani, MD, is a highly trained ENT physician and surgeon at the New York Institute of Otolaryngology and Aesthetic Surgery, located in both Bensonhurst and Rego Park, New York. Dr. Bhayani has years of experience treating patients of all ages with the most up-to-date treatments available.

At the practice, Dr. Bhayani offers compassionate and comprehensive care when it comes to conditions like chronic sinusitis, allergies, and sleep disorders. His main goal is to focus on the patient’s treatment outcome, ensuring that all aspects are considered to provide the best relief.

Dr. Bhayani also offers minimally invasive surgical procedures such as balloon sinuplasty to help his patients breathe easier without the hassle of more invasive procedures. He uses state-of-the-art technology to provide safe and efficient care to every patient who comes through the door.

At the New York Institute of Otolaryngology and Aesthetic Surgery, each patient is provided with same-week appointments to access Dr. Bhayani’s excellent standard of care easily. These appointments help each patient find quick and efficient treatment for various ENT disorders.

Dr. Bhayani is focused on his pediatric patients, providing specialized pediatric ENT treatments to kids who need them. These treatments include nasal obstruction treatment and audiology to assess for hearing and balance issues.

The practice provides an integrative standard of care like no other in the area. Call one of the two convenient locations in Bensonhurst or Rego Park, New York, today, or book an appointment on the website to schedule a consultation with Dr. Bhayani.